The resources below gather and share large-scale datasets on education, sourced from the U.S. federal government, other agencies, and educational associations.
National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) is the principal statistical entity within the U.S. Department of Education, dedicated to the collection, compilation, and analysis of data for statistical purposes related to education.
Collections to consider under the purview of the NCES:
The COE is an annual report required by Congress to provide a comprehensive overview of the U.S. education system. It utilizes the most recent statistical data to analyze trends and developments across all levels of education, from early childhood to postsecondary. The report presents findings through a combination of text, figures, and tables.
NAEP, often referred to as "The Nation's Report Card," serves as a key indicator of student learning in the United States. This ongoing assessment evaluates student knowledge and abilities in various subjects, including mathematics, reading, science, and the arts, providing valuable data for education policymakers and the public.
This resource provides projections for a range of critical education statistics, encompassing enrollment, graduations, teacher workforce, and expenditures within both public and private school systems, as well as enrollment and degree attainment at the postsecondary level.
United States Census Data Main
This primary resource for U.S. demographics, combining census and other data, offers researchers and analysts both statistical and geographic perspectives on most topics.
Census Data: Education Topics
Education specific data (school enrollment, educational attainment, and school finances) collected through the U.S. Census.